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McDonald Creek – Apgar Bike Trail loop from West Glacier

McDonald Creek – Apgar Bike Trail loop from West Glacier

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McDonald Creek – Apgar Bike Trail loop from West Glacier

02:40

47.3km

480m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: March 23, 2026

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Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 15.3 km for 56 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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834 m

Glacier National Park Entrance (West Glacier)

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Entrance to Glacier National Park from West Glacier.
The park encompasses over 1 million acres (4,000 km2) and includes parts of two mountain ranges (sub-ranges of the Rocky Mountains), over …

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6.67 km

McDonald Creek

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As you continue, you'll come across McDonald Creek. It's a lovely spot to pause and enjoy. The creek flows from McDonald Lake into the Middle Fork of the Flathead River, …

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15.3 km

Huckleberry Mountain Trailhead

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The trailhead has parking for ~10-12 cars. You begin the hike by crossing McGee Creek and then hiking up through the forest. The tree cover breaks before the top as …

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25.0 km

Demer’s Ridge Trailhead

Highlight • Trail

There is roadside parking across the road to the south of the trailhead, where there is also an informational trail sign. The trail up Demer's Ridge is steep but short and the views are spectacular.

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43.5 km

Apgar Bike Trail

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Going to Apgar Trail, this 4.0 mile paved out-and-back is an easy route and runs parallel to the highway. Apgar Trail is a popular trail for camping, road biking, and …

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47.1 km

Entrance to Glacier National Park

Highlight • Rest Area

This park is spectacular. I chose to ride around it this year, but if you have a chance to ride up Going-to-the-Sun Road, it offers amazing views. There are time …

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47.3 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

42.4 km

2.28 km

2.08 km

293 m

220 m

123 m

Surfaces

37.6 km

8.99 km

487 m

273 m

Elevation

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Highest point (1,200 m)

Lowest point (960 m)

Weather

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Friday 8 May

19°C

3°C

16 %

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McDonald Creek – Apgar Bike Trail loop from West Glacier

Glacier National Park Entrance (West Glacier)

McDonald Creek

Huckleberry Mountain Trailhead

Demer’s Ridge Trailhead

Apgar Bike Trail

Entrance to Glacier National Park

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